Fujifilm XP120 vs Ricoh WG-6

Following is a in depth comparison of the Fujifilm XP120 versus Ricoh WG-6, both Waterproof cameras by brands FujiFilm and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm XP120 (16MP) and the WG-6 (20MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm XP120 was launched 13 months prior to the WG-6 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both the cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm XP120 being a Ultracompact camera and the Ricoh WG-6 being a Compact camera.

Before diving right into a full comparison, here is a concise summation of how the Fujifilm XP120 grades versus the WG-6 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix XP120 and Ricoh WG-6. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm XP120 Gallery and Ricoh WG-6 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera, you will have to think about its weight and volume. The Fujifilm XP120 offers physical dimensions of 110mm x 71mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.1") having a weight of 203 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-6 has sizing of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 246 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using during that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm XP120 versus the WG-6.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm XP120 and WG-6 is 91 and 89 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizes just by going through a spec sheet. The image underneath will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm XP120 and WG-6.

Clearly, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Ricoh WG-6 to produce more detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm XP120 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.